Watermelon Day
August 3 · Level 2 · #1820 of 2238
Watermelon Day is an informal excuse to share a favourite summer treat. A ripe melon and a few friends are enough to get things started; the most pressing business is usually deciding who gets the next slice.
How it is celebrated: people hold tastings and make watermelon drinks, salads and desserts. Themed celebrations may feature eating contests or carved watermelon designs, while a chilled platter at home does the job just as well.
Watermelon is roughly 92% water. It also belongs to the same plant family as pumpkins and cucumbers, giving this picnic favourite some familiar vegetable relatives.